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A review by literaryjunarin
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
“Niceness is all about what we do when other people are looking. Kindness, on the other hand, runs deep. Kindness is what happens when no one’s looking.”
I'm a sucker for the newfound family and sunshine-grumpy tropes so, of course, I liked this.
Mika, Jamie, Altamira, Terracota and Rosetta, Lucie, Ian and Ken are all perfectly loveable characters but the book focuses more on Mika's POV. I would've liked to read about their thoughts, too.
I think it's my first time reading a witch story that is more potion-making than spellwork, which is also lovely. I wish it remained wholesome though. I didn't like the sex scene but I didn't hate the romance either.
The backstory about the witches' curse is not new but it fits perfectly.
I'm also currently listening to My Dark Vanessa so this book is a perfect break from all that darkness.
Precious and endearing, this is a nice cosy read. However, this book may also be a bit twee for some.
I'm a sucker for the newfound family and sunshine-grumpy tropes so, of course, I liked this.
Mika, Jamie, Altamira, Terracota and Rosetta, Lucie, Ian and Ken are all perfectly loveable characters but the book focuses more on Mika's POV. I would've liked to read about their thoughts, too.
I think it's my first time reading a witch story that is more potion-making than spellwork, which is also lovely. I wish it remained wholesome though. I didn't like the sex scene but I didn't hate the romance either.
The backstory about the witches' curse is not new but it fits perfectly.
I'm also currently listening to My Dark Vanessa so this book is a perfect break from all that darkness.
Precious and endearing, this is a nice cosy read. However, this book may also be a bit twee for some.